Dr Al Nuaimi warned against the detrimental impact of such violence on school performance.

He was speaking as he met members of parents' councils.

He revealed that 5,171 students suffered psychological trauma at the height of the unrest, particularly between February 20 and March 22 last year. The ministry also surveyed 58 public school students, who suffered physical harm during the period.

Dr Al Nuaimi pledged his ministry's resolve to protect schools and ensure that students can learn in a secure environment. – TradeArabia News Service